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Are you ready for the greatest weekend of the year?
C2E2 is taking place from April 26-28, 2024, in the heart of Downtown at McCormick Place South, Chicago.
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo will bring Comics, cosplay, gaming, wrestling, and anime abound in the only pop culture convention.
If you have ever dreamed of attending the biggest geek party, then this is your weekend to geek out. You can meet your favorite celebrities, unique exhibitors, incredible comic artists, and larger-than-life literary authors in one place to celebrate.
This three-day event has multiple diverse activities on each day and celebrities from different genres like Anime, Comic, and entertainment will have guest appearances spread over these three days.
K-Pop dance contest “Hit The Stage” is making its return to C2E2 and this will be one of the main events scheduled for April 27, Saturday.
The party will continue after the show floor closes with a ton to do at C2E2 after the lights go down. After Dark is supported by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. You can don your finest, nerdiest fantasy-themed attire for the inaugural C2E2 Prom on April 26 and prepare to dance to your favorite songs. You can sing at late-night Karaoke or Just sit back and grab a drink with friends. Check the After Hours Schedule.
You can buy your favorite Pop figures C2E2 Exclusives Bundle from Funko, It will include one copy of every C2E2 exclusive in a single order for $318 with free shipping. You can start ordering from 9 am ET on Friday, April 26th from the Funko website.
Things to Know about 2024 C2E2
What are C2E2 show Hours and Locations?
C2E2 will take place from April 26-28, 2024, and is located at McCormick Place South in Chicago. Please check the maps for more details.
Show Floor Hours:
Friday, April 26: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 27: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 28: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Panel & Programming:
Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
After Dark Panels & Events:
Friday: 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Gaming Zone:
Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM*
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM*
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where to Pick the badges for C2E2?
You can pick up your badges at Will Call, It is convenient to get your badge on Thursday when lines will be much shorter.
Will Call Hours:
Thursday, April 25: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, April 26: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 27: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 28: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who are the guests in 2024 C2E2?
C2E2 will see many celebrities and Guests from movies, anime, shows, and video games. Josh Brolin will be the Guest of Honor.
A.S. King, Aaron Kuder, Brody King, Maya Hawke, Steve Blum, and the list is endless. Get more details and the day of their presence!
Where to Buy 2024 C2E2 Tickets?
You can C2E2 tickets on the C2E2 website or onsite. Most of the tickets are sold out, However, you can try your luck on Friday and Sunday slots, and some inventory is left for Kid’s 3-day tickets.
Onsite C2E2 Tickets Pricing between April 22-April 28 will be Fri: $70, Sun: $80 and Kids 3-Day: $45.
Does C2E2 have any App?
You can download the C2E2 Mobile App to access the full panel schedule, see all guests coming to the show, browse lists of everything and everyone coming to the show, maps of the convention center, and join in a few new features this year! Available on Android and iOS.